Mechanical Engineer at Sabayi Investment Limited

Mechanical Engineer at Sabayi Investment Limited

Mechanical Engineer at Sabayi Investment Limited

Sabayi Investment Limited

Sabayi Investment Limited, is driven by a vision to be the leading farmers-based  processors of cashew nuts in East Africa and beyond. Our mission is to add value to  cashew products through innovative technologies and efficient methods, collaborating  closely with farmers and employing aggressive marketing strategies. Rooted in our core  values of safety, quality, efficiency, environmental sustainability, teamwork, integrity,  customer focus, and innovation, we aim to create a workplace where excellence thrives. 

Sabayi Investment is looking for motivated and highly experienced individuals to fill the  position of: 

MECHANICAL ENGINEER – 1 POST

Job Purpose:  

To maintain the press and auxiliary equipment in the plant, install and commission new  equipment and supervise service level providers.  

Main Responsibilities:  

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key result areas:  

• Uses Production maintenance checklists to plan weekly, monthly, bi-monthly,  quarterly, half-yearly and yearly maintenance tasks. 
• Ensures that all the tasks specified by the planner are carried out on due dates in  accordance with the approved procedures.
• Supervises service level providers to carry out proper maintenance on equipment  when due.
• Attends to breakdowns promptly during production and solves problems within the  shortest time possible.
• Installs and commissions new equipment including hardware and software.
• Counter checks the work assigned to Plant Technicians to ensure thoroughness.
• Recommends to the Production Manager the spare parts to be ordered.
• Ensures the safety and security of people and equipment through professional work  ethics
• Service and repair Generator and Air compressors.
• Carries out monthly stock-take of mechanical spares.
• Develops and motivates shift staff and the (Mechanical) technical personnel to ensure  continuity of efficient operation

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:  

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering. 
• Excellent communication skills.
• At least 3 to 5 years working experience.
• Basic knowledge in Cashew nut processing Machinery
• Working knowledge of personal computers (hardware/software)

MODE OF APPLICATION:  

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via our official email  [email protected] before March 31st, 2024.  

NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Sabayi is an equal opportunity  employer.